CHP seeking for answers in deadly Petaluma hit-and-run

The California Highway Patrol of Santa Rosa is asking the public for help in finding a driver wanted for a hit-and-run crash in Petaluma that left a man dead early Friday morning.

Mother who allegedly killed children in suspected DUI crash released from hospital

The mother accused of killing her two children while allegedly driving under the influence has been released from the hospital and booked into a Napa County jail.

Marin County Jane Doe remains identified 60 years later

It was nearly 60 years ago when a body was found near a cliffside in Tiburon. For several decades her identity was unknown to those who found her and the authorities. 

Napa winemaker hires AI apprentice to refine winemaking process

There's plenty of talk about how artificial intelligence has the potential to simplify workflows for office employees across a range of industries, but its uses may reach much further. As one Napa County vintner can attest, A.I. may have a place in agriculture.

Man found guilty of murder in North Bay DUI crash

A man was found guilty of murder Thursday after a 2022 vehicle collision he was involved in resulted in the death of a motorcyclist, Santa Rosa police said.     

Large tree slams onto Rohnert Park house, trapping person inside

A person was trapped inside a Rohnert Park home after a large tree slammed through the roof when a gust of wind knocked it over.

Snow reported in parts of Bay Area

It's not every day that Bay Area residents come across snow in the region, but some people in Solano County did just that. 

Santa Rosa teacher charged with lewd acts against a child

A school teacher in Santa Rosa has been arrested and charged with lewd acts against a student, and police are asking for other possible victims to step forward. 

Patient files lawsuit Kaiser Permanente, alleges sexual assault during surgery

A Kaiser Permanente patient says he was sexually assaulted during surgery in February 2024, and now, he has filed a lawsuit charging the nonprofit health care company with negligence and battery.

Board votes to shut down 2 Vallejo schools

The Vallejo City Unified School District voted to close two of their schools, relocate their charter, and approve $12.8 million in budget reductions, district officials announced Wednesday. 

3 charged in kidnapping of patient from Novato health care facility

Three suspects have been arrested and charged with kidnapping a patient from a Novato health care facility, police said.

Sonoma State cuts opposed by rising NBA star

Sonoma State University is ending all of its sports programs and rolling back other programs amid a $24 million budget deficit.

Wild, wet and windy weather strikes the Bay Area

As expected, the Bay Area took a pounding of wet and windy weather overnight and into Thursday from the latest winter storm to hit the area. 

Another Safeway to close in the Bay Area

Another Safeway in the Bay Area is slated to close, just days after the Pinole location announced it was shutting its doors.

Insurance doesn't cover mudslide into Marin County family's home

A Marin County family had to move out of their home after the recent storm sent water and mud into their house. With more rain on the way, it's not a bad idea for homeowners to closely go over their insurance policy with their agent.

Scam from fake Costco email promises free ice cream maker

Consumers are being warned about a phishing scam falsely claiming to be from Costco, the office of Sonoma County District Attorney announced on Thursday.